Grade 4 CRE The Teachngs Of Jesuc Christ – Nicodemus'Encounter With Jesus Christ Notes
The Teachings of Jesus Christ
Subtopic: Nicodemus' Encounter with Jesus Christ
Subject: CRE • For children (age 9) • Kenya
Short Story (Simple)
One night a man named Nicodemus came to see Jesus. He was a Pharisee and a teacher of the people. Nicodemus wanted to learn from Jesus because Jesus taught about God in a new way.
Jesus told Nicodemus that to see God's kingdom he must be "born again." Jesus also explained God's great love for the world, and that people should believe in Him.
What Jesus Taught Nicodemus (Main Points)
- Born again: Jesus meant being new inside — loving God and doing what is right.
- Believe in Jesus: We trust Jesus and follow Him with our hearts.
- God's love: God loves everyone. He gave Jesus so we can have life.
- Light and truth: Jesus is the light. We should choose the light and tell the truth.
A Very Important Verse (Easy)
John 3:16 (easy words):
"God loved the world so much that He gave His only Son. Everyone who believes in Him will not die but will have forever life." ❤️ ✨
Big Words and Simple Meaning
- Nicodemus: A man who taught people about God's law.
- Pharisee: A Jewish teacher who kept many rules.
- Born again (Kiswahili: kuzaliwa upya): Having a new heart that loves God.
- Believe: To trust Jesus and follow Him.
Lessons for You (How to live like Jesus taught)
- Trust Jesus in your heart. Pray every day. 🙏
- Be kind to others at home, school and church — like Jesus. 🤝
- Choose truth and honesty — be a light to your friends. ✨
- Ask questions when you don’t understand — just like Nicodemus did. 📚
- Go to Sunday school and learn more about God. In Kenya, tell your teacher if you have a question.
Activities (Fun and Simple)
- Draw Jesus talking to Nicodemus at night. Use yellow for light. 🖍️
- Role-play: One child is Nicodemus and one is Jesus. Ask questions and answer kindly.
- Memory game: Learn John 3:16 and say it with actions (point to heart for "love").
- Service idea: Help at home — it shows you love like Jesus taught. 🇰🇪
A Short Prayer
Dear Jesus, thank you for loving me. Help me to believe, to be kind and to shine your light every day. Amen. 🙏🕊️
Questions to Think About (for class or home)
- Who was Nicodemus and why did he visit Jesus at night?
- What does "born again" mean for you?
- How can you show God's love at school or at home?
- Can you say John 3:16 from memory? Try with a friend!
Use these notes in Sunday school, class CRE lessons or at home. Encouraging children to ask questions helps them learn about Jesus just like Nicodemus did.